Project Estimator

RMS Energy, a fast-growing provider of turn-key solutions to the power industry. From substation design and commissioning to equipment upgrades and system protection, we power the nation’s critical infrastructure — serving utilities, commercial, industrial, renewable, data center, and government clients across the U.S.

Our people are our brand. We’re proud to be powered by a team that leads with expertise, grit, and purpose.

Job :1317

# of Openings:1

We're seeking a
Project Estimator to support the estimating team on multi-disciplined, turn-key projects and assists with customer projects from first inquiry through execution. Working under the guidance of senior estimators, this role helps scope and price projects, participates in onsite walk-throughs before a sale, and helps ensure the technical and commercial details of each bid are accurately captured and documented.

• Assist in preparing accurate estimates, quotes, and proposals for projects (including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, travel, and other project costs)
• Review customer requests, RFPs/RFQs, bid packages, drawings, and specifications with guidance from senior estimators to help identify project requirements and document assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions
• Support Sales and senior estimators in coordinating the bid process for assigned opportunities, helping track scope, pricing, and submission deadlines
• Schedule and participate in bid meetings with division leaders, Sales, Operations, and technical resources, and help track action items and contributions
• Help prepare handoff packages for awarded projects, including scope, pricing, assumptions, exclusions, schedules, and subcontractor commitments
• Gather and organize bid information, including due dates, site-walk requirements, drawings, photos, vendor quotes, historical job data, and supporting documentation
• Participate in pre-sale site walk-throughs with customers and senior team members to help evaluate project scope, site access, safety hazards, outage requirements, and clearances
• Help identify and document project risks, constraints, and logistical requirements, including rigging, hauling, equipment access, and material staging
• Assist in pricing and preparing change orders when project scope or customer requirements change
• Maintain accurate bid information, pricing details, and proposal statuses in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system
• Assist Sales in gathering required documentation, including Certificates of Insurance (COIs), safety records, Experience Modification Rates (EMRs), and bonding information
• Maintain organized estimating records, quote logs, vendor pricing, and supporting bid documentation

• 1–3 years of experience in estimating, project coordination, field work, or engineering in the utility, electrical, transmission and distribution, industrial, or related construction sectors (or a relevant degree with internship experience)
• Basic understanding of multi-disciplinary projects (electrical, mechanical, and civil) and how labor, materials, and equipment drive project costs
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and bid documents, or willingness to develop this skill with training
• Awareness of field safety practices and common job-site hazards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-focused attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Eagerness to learn, take direction, and grow within a collaborative, team-oriented environment